Freud 16-104 3/4-Inch Mortising Router Bit 1/4-Inch Shank Down Shear Design for Clean Wood Hinge Dado Cuts in CNC and Portable Routers

Achieve Flawless Splinter-Free Cuts with Freud's Premium Mortising Router Bit

Take your cabinetry and furniture making to the next level with the Freud 16-104 3/4-Inch Mortising Router Bit. Engineered to deliver impeccably clean, precise, and splinter-free mortises, this professional-grade bit is a must-have for working with delicate veneers, plywood, solid hardwood, and various composite materials. The secret to its flawless finish lies in its advanced down shear design, which effectively pushes the wood fibers downward during the cut. This slicing action prevents tearing and chip-out at the surface, ensuring crisp, sharp edges every time you route a recess. 

Beyond standard mortising, this versatile 1/4-inch shank bit is the perfect tool for setting door hinges, inlaying custom hardware, or cutting precise grooves and dadoes. It is constructed with deep center gullets designed to maximize material removal without causing chip loading or burning the wood. Coated with Freud's signature red Perma-SHIELD non-stick finish, this bit actively resists heat, friction, and gumming for an extended cutting life. Whether you are running a high-speed CNC machine or using a hand-held or table-mounted portable router, this Freud bit guarantees a smooth, flat-bottomed cut for professional results.

Key Features

• Advanced down shear cutting design pushes wood fibers down to eliminate surface splintering and tear-out.
• Deep center gullets promote extremely fast chip removal, preventing chip loading and heat buildup.
• Engineered for flawless performance in solid woods, delicate veneers, plywood, and composite materials.
• Freud Perma-SHIELD non-stick coating protects the bit from heat, gumming, friction, and corrosion.
• Highly versatile design is optimized for use on CNC machines, hand-held routers, and table-mounted portable routers.

What's Included

• (1) Freud 3/4-Inch Diameter Mortising Router Bit with 1/4-Inch Shank (16-104)

Specifications

Pro-Tip

When routing shallow mortises for hinges or hardware plates, take your time and make multiple light passes rather than attempting one deep, aggressive cut. This technique significantly reduces the lateral load on the 1/4-inch shank, prevents the router from wandering, and ensures a perfectly flat, clean bottom for a professional, flush hardware fit.